Cardiff to Cleethorpes: Road Trip Guide & Distance

195.2 miles 314.2 km · straight line
235.2 miles actual route 378.5 km · driving distance
4h 42min estimated drive time
£36 - £44 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
41° NE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Cleethorpes?

The distance from Cardiff to Cleethorpes is 195.2 miles (314.2 km) as the crow flies. Cleethorpes is located NE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 235.2 miles, taking about 4h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cardiff and Cleethorpes. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cardiff to Cleethorpes

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 42min £36 - £44 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 38min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 28min $28–$82* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Cleethorpes

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Cleethorpes
53.56°N, 0.03°W
Europe/London
13m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 127.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM